PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Occupational Therapist, Outpatient, Pediatric
Advocate Health · Winston Salem, NC
$38.20–$57.30/ hour
Occupational Therapist jobs in Winston-Salem, NC
Pay for occupational therapists in the Winston-Salem area centers on $45.77 per hour, or about $95,210 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.18 and the upper quarter over $50.59. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Winston-Salem. That ranks 172nd of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 115th of 327 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Winston-Salem.
- $45.77median pay per hour, Winston
- $37–$51typical range per hour
- 250occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
Open Occupational Therapist roles in Winston-Salem
Per diemPosted 22 days ago
Occupational Therapist / PRN
BrightSpring Health Services · Winston Salem, NC
$53.00–$58.00/ hour
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Per diemPosted 27 days ago
OT Occupational Therapist Home Health
Amedisys · Winston Salem, NC
$49.00–$56.00/ hour
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1 more open role from employers in Winston-Salem. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Occupational Therapist, Hand Therapy
Advocate Health · Winston Salem, NC
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring occupational therapists near Winston-Salem
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Advocate Health | 1 | $47.75 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $55.50 |
| Amedisys | 1 | $52.50 |
Occupational Therapist pay in Winston-Salem, NC
The metro median is 1% above the North Carolina statewide median of $45.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 250 occupational therapists employed in the Winston-Salem metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.80 | $66,140 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.18 | $77,330 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.77 | $95,210 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.59 | $105,230 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.05 | $114,500 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Winston-Salem ranks
- 172nd of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 115th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 13 North Carolina metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Occupational Therapists (SOC 29-1122), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Winston-Salem
- Overall prices in Winston-Salem run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.77 median hour buys what $49.73 buys at the national price level, 5% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Winston-Salem paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,648
- Per year: $82,386
- Per month: $6,866
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Winston-Salem metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Winston-Salem
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel occupational therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Winston-Salem
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Winston-Salem, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health Medical Park Hospital Winston-Salem, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| North Carolina Baptist Hospital Winston-Salem, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center Winston-Salem, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Old Vineyard Youth Services Winston Salem, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Occupational Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point, NC | 17 mi | $46.20/hr | 118,601 |
| Greensboro, NC | 24 mi | $46.20/hr | 307,381 |
| Burlington, NC | 44 mi | $40.56/hr | 61,365 |
| Mooresville, NC | 48 mi | $48.96/hr | 52,884 |
| Kannapolis, NC | 48 mi | $48.96/hr | 60,521 |
| Concord, NC | 53 mi | $48.96/hr | 112,395 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in North Carolina · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Carolina
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Winston-Salem, NC?
Occupational Therapists in the Winston-Salem metro area have a median pay of $45.77 per hour, about $95,210 a year. The middle half earn between $37.18 and $50.59 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Winston-Salem a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Winston-Salem ranks 115th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 172nd of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Winston-Salem?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 3 employers in Winston-Salem. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Winston-Salem.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Winston-Salem as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Winston-Salem?
The federal per diem benchmark in Winston-Salem is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Winston-Salem?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Winston-Salem and across North Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Winston-Salem.
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Your OT pay reportWinston-Salem, NC · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- BrightSpring Health ServicesROCKY MOUNT, NC · 4 postings$55.50/ hr$53–$58
- AmedisysWinston Salem, NC · 2 postings$49.38/ hr$44–$56
- Advocate HealthConcord, NC · 6 postings$47.75/ hr$33–$57
- PruittHealth Therapy Services, Inc.Salisbury, NC · 2 wage offers$47.50/ hr$46–$49
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$37Median$47.75High$58
13 OT postings with published pay in North Carolina, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 13 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist / PRNPer diem$53.00–$58.00/ hour
- Occupational Therapist / PRNPer diem$53.00–$58.00/ hour
+ 11 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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